Renaissance 2 Flashcards
How did the city states become wealthy?
The city states became wealthy because of trade and commerce.
Why was Feudalism not as strong in Italy?
In Italy, nobles tended to live in towns, so were involved more in trade. Nobles did not focus on the manor, as they did in other places.
Why did city states go to war?
The city states fought over trade routes and who would control them.
What became special about Venice?
Venice had over 1000 ships sailing from its port, and became a center of ship building
How did commerce help people become rich?
They would buy things cheaper in one place, and sell for more money in another place.
What did merchants buy?
They bought fully made items, but also raw materials such as wool to be made into cloth.
What was the most important currency in Europe during the Renaissance?
the golden florin (Florence’s currency)
How did the Church change its rules on lending money?
Money was needed during the Renaissance to invest in international trade ventures, so the Church began to allow loans.
How did prosperity affect the arts?
Patrons, rich people, had money to hire artists as it increased their stature in society by spending money on new buildings and paintings.
Who were the richest family in all of Italy during the Renaissance?
The Medici Family.
How long did the status of the Medici family last?
For 300 years the Medici family were the most powerful in Italy.
How did the Medici’s gain so much wealth and power?
The Medici Family bought and sold wool and silk, became bankers, and made alliances with other wealthy families, married royalty, and joined the church.
Who is Lorenzo Medici famous for sponsoring?
Lorenzo was the sponsor (patron) of Michelangelo and Leonardo de Vinci, and others.
Lorenzo’s nephew, Pope Clement VII was famous for what?
Pope Clement VII was famous for the library he made with thousands of manuscripts and books.
